Blue Sky Fibers Worthington Wrap Scarf Knitting Pattern

Blue Sky Fibers Worthington Wrap by Nancy Ekvall

What is Being Made

The Worthington Wrap is a lightweight, rectangular scarf designed as part of the Traveler Series by Nancy Ekvall. This knitted wrap measures 85 inches in length and 12 inches in width, making it an ideal layering piece for versatile styling. The finished wrap combines visual texture with practical construction, suitable for a range of occasions and seasons.

Craft and Technique

This is a knitting project classified at the beginner experience level, making it accessible to those new to the craft. The defining technique throughout the Worthington Wrap is working with two strands of yarn held together, which creates a cohesive fabric while allowing for color variation and textural interest without requiring advanced stitch manipulation.

The wrap is constructed using fundamental knitting techniques that build foundational skills. The primary method involves alternating between rows worked with different yarn combinations—sometimes using two strands of the printed Organic Cotton (Worsted), sometimes blending one strand of solid Organic Cotton with one strand of printed Organic Cotton. This strategic color blocking creates distinct sections throughout the wrap while maintaining ease of execution.

Stitches Used

The Worthington Wrap employs a limited stitch vocabulary appropriate for beginners:

• Stockinette stitch — the primary stitch pattern, created by alternating knit and purl rows, providing a smooth, classic fabric surface
• Knit (k) — the fundamental knit stitch
• Purl (p) — the reverse of the knit stitch
• Knit 2 together (k2tog) — a decrease stitch used at the beginning of pattern rows to shape the wrap
• Knit into the front and back (kfb) — an increase stitch used at the end of pattern rows for shaping

The pattern structure involves repeating two-row sequences, with the k2tog decrease at the row beginning and kfb increase at the row end creating gentle shaping throughout the wrap's length.

Materials

The Worthington Wrap is crafted from Blue Sky Fibers Organic Cotton (Worsted), a yarn composed of 100% Certified Organic Cotton. The pattern calls for two distinct colorways:

• Graphite (Color A) — 3 hanks of solid Organic Cotton (Worsted), each hank weighing 100g and yielding 150 yards
• Jack Frost (Color B) — 4 hanks of Printed Organic Cotton (Worsted), each hank weighing 100g and yielding 150 yards

Knitting needles required are Size 15 (10mm), or the size needed to achieve the specified gauge. A tapestry needle is necessary for weaving in yarn ends during finishing.

Gauge and Finished Measurements

The pattern specifies a gauge of 9½ stitches and 13 rows over 4 inches in stockinette stitch. The finished wrap measures 85 inches in length and 12 inches in width, creating an elongated rectangular shape ideal for wrapping and layering.

Design Features

The blend of solid and printed Organic Cotton yarns held together creates a textured appearance while maintaining the simplicity of stockinette construction. This combination provides visual interest without requiring complex stitch patterns, making it perfect for beginners. The wrap is described as lightweight and excellent for layering, suitable for various seasons and styling needs.

Care Instructions

To maintain the Worthington Wrap, hand wash or dry clean using tepid water and mild soap. Do not twist the fabric during washing. Shape and dry flat on a towel, then store neatly folded.